Positector RTR - Replica Tape Reader

Theory

Replica Tape provides a simple way to obtain an impression of a surface for analysis. It consists of a layer of crushable plastic micro foam affixed to a 50.8 μm (2 mil) incompressible polyester film.

When compressed against a roughened surface, the foam collapses and acquires an impression, or reverse replica, of the surface. It is available in a number of grades to accommodate measurements in different profile ranges.

Ideal for inclusion into reports and confirming consistent blasting results. A high resolution SDF (surface data file) that can be imported into free or purchased third-party rendering software that can be imported into third-party rendering software.

The result is a 3D map of the blasted steel surface at a cost far less than interferometric or confocal profiling devices.

Standard Gauge features

Simple

Enhanced one-handed menu navigation

Automatically subtracts the 50.8 μm (2 mil) incompressible film from all readings

Minimizes inspector workload by reducing the number of replicas needed to ensure accuracy.